65/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 168 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 5.0★ from 168 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Handymen in Palo Alto, CA (2026)
101 handymen ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Palo Alto: Be James Team Handyman & Remodeling Co., CR Score 65/100; 5.0★ from 168 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Best California Movers - Santa Clara, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 101.
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Most-reviewed: Best California Movers - Santa Clara, 572 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 101 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
101 Palo Alto handymen are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 15 are open 24/7, 85 open Saturdays and 54 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 101 rated businesses.
Top 10 handymen in Palo Alto at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Be James Team Handyman & Remodeling Co. | 65 | 5.0★ (168) | Alameda, 3 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Best California Movers - Santa Clara | 64 | 5.0★ (572) | Santa Clara, 11 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 3 | Ace Handyman Services Hassett | 62 | 4.9★ (467) | Redwood City, 5 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Homeowner Handy | 61 | 5.0★ (66) | Redwood Shores, 4 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Proper Hour Home Service | 61 | 4.8★ (476) | San Jose, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Flash TV Mounting | 60 | 5.0★ (187) | San Jose, 15 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Smart Tv Mounting LLC | 60 | 5.0★ (64) | Cupertino, 8 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | A1 Locksmith | 59 | 4.9★ (154) | San Mateo, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | Honest Victor Handyman | 58 | 4.9★ (77) | Redwood Shores, 10 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | BEYOND REMODELING, INC | 58 | 5.0★ (12) | Ashland, 2 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 101 best handymen in Palo Alto, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Santa Clara, 11 mi away
64/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 572 Google reviews, the most in Palo Alto.
- 5.0★ from 572 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2931 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95051
Based in Redwood City, 5 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 467 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 467 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 282 Woodside Plz Unit A, Redwood City, CA 94061
Based in Redwood Shores, 4 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–8 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–8 PM · Sun 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Based in San Jose, 12 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 476 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 4.8★ from 476 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 2516 Seaboard Ave, San Jose, CA 95131
Based in San Jose, 15 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 187 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 5.0★ from 187 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3206 Impala Dr #4, San Jose, CA 95117
Based in Cupertino, 8 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon 7:30 AM–2 PM · Tue–Wed 7:30 AM–7:30 PM · Thu–Sat 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sun 7:30 AM–4 PM
#8 A1 Locksmith
Based in San Mateo, 12 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 154 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 4.9★ from 154 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–10 PM
- Address
- 1948 Edinburgh St, San Mateo, CA 94403
Based in Redwood Shores, 10 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 77 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 4.9★ from 77 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–11 PM
Based in Ashland, 2 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
Based in Redwood City, 4 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–4:30 PM
- Address
- 2931 Crocker Ave, Redwood City, CA 94063
#12 T&S Contractors
Based in Redwood Shores, 4 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
Based in Milpitas, 12 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 67 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 5.0★ from 67 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–4 PM
#14 Jenin Services
Based in Redwood Shores, 7 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun 9 AM–12:30 PM
Based in Foster City, 10 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 4.7★ from 19 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 509 Broughton Ln, Foster City, CA 94404
#16 InstaService
Based in Milpitas, 14 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 70 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 4.6★ from 70 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1287 Nieves Ct, Milpitas, CA 95035
Based in San Jose, 15 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in San Mateo, 11 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 59 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 4.8★ from 59 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 2201 Bridgepointe Pkwy unit 238, San Mateo, CA 94404
Based in Santa Clara, 9 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 258 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 258 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 4701 Patrick Henry Dr Building 25 Suite 107, Santa Clara, CA 95054
#20 FixHunters
Based in Palo Alto
57/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 265 Cambridge Ave #60784, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Based in Cupertino, 11 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun 1 PM–6 PM
- Address
- 10175 S Tantau Ave, Cupertino, CA 95014
Based in Los Altos Hills, 4 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
Based in Redwood City, 5 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon 7 AM–7:30 PM · Tue–Sat 7 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1611 Oxford St apt 7, Redwood City, CA 94061
Based in Sunnyvale, 6 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 165 S Bernardo Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Based in Mountain View, 4 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 4.9★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–8 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 2020 W El Camino Real STE 4, Mountain View, CA 94040
Handymen ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 101 ranked handymen here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Palo Alto
20 more handymen within 15 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alberto Handyman | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Alma Builders Inc. | 5.0★ (1) | In Palo Alto |
| anchor handyman | In Palo Alto | |
| Drip Stop & Electric Pros | 5.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| Enzo Total Construction | In Palo Alto | |
| Fred's Handyman Services of the East Bay | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Handyman Bay Area Services | 5.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| Handyman Juan Services | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Handyman Neto | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| He's So Handy Services | 5.0★ (2) | 11 mi |
| LumElec LLC | 5.0★ (8) | In Palo Alto |
| Major Minor Services | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Marcus Handyman Services | In Palo Alto | |
| Riverz pro green landcaping | 4.5★ (2) | 2 mi |
| Send Me A Pro - Santa Clara West | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| shalom handyman | 5.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| Sid's Workshop | In Palo Alto | |
| Superior Interiors Construction | 3.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| T's Handyman Service on the Peninsula | 5.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| Valenzuela Painting and Handyman Services | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
How much do handymen cost in Palo Alto?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Palo Alto. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drywall repair | $296 | $613 | $930 | Per repair: typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range | October 2026 |
How we ranked Palo Alto handymen
We scored 101 Palo Alto handymen on ten factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Palo Alto data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
Handymen in Palo Alto: frequently asked questions
Who is the best handyman in Palo Alto?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked handyman in Palo Alto, CA is Be James Team Handyman & Remodeling Co. with a CR Score of 65/100. It has 5.0★ from 168 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Best California Movers - Santa Clara (#2) and Ace Handyman Services Hassett (#3) follow. We ranked 101 handymen on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many handymen are there in Palo Alto?
ContractorsRanked ranks 101 handymen serving Palo Alto, CA. 2 of them are based in Palo Alto; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 15 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which handymen in Palo Alto are open 24/7?
15 ranked handymen in Palo Alto post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Be James Team Handyman & Remodeling Co. (#1), Best California Movers - Santa Clara (#2) and Ace Handyman Services Hassett (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which handymen in Palo Alto work on weekends?
85 of 101 ranked handymen post Saturday hours and 54 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Be James Team Handyman & Remodeling Co. (#1), Best California Movers - Santa Clara (#2) and Ace Handyman Services Hassett (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does drywall repair cost in Palo Alto?
Drywall repair typically costs $296 to $930, with $613 typical (Per repair: typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Palo Alto. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Palo Alto handymen have?
The median Google rating among 101 rated handymen in Palo Alto is 5.0★, with a median of 13 reviews. Best California Movers - Santa Clara has the most, 572 reviews, and ranks #2. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank handymen?
Each handyman gets a 0–100 CR Score from ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do handymen outside Palo Alto count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Palo Alto city center, our service radius for handymen. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Update log for Palo Alto
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 101 handymen serving Palo Alto.
- October 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.
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